فَبِأَىِّ ءَالَآءِ رَبِّكُمَا تُكَذِّبَانِ 63
Translations
So which of the favors of your Lord would you deny? -
Transliteration
Fa-bi-ayyi alaa-i rabbikuma tukaththibaan
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah continues the refrain of Surah Ar-Rahman, asking the jinn and mankind: 'So which of the favors of your Lord do you both deny?' According to classical scholars like Al-Qurtubi and Ibn Kathir, this rhetorical question emphasizes the absurdity of denying Allah's countless blessings and signs, serving as a powerful call to gratitude and acknowledgment of divine benevolence. The dual form (rabbikuma) addresses both jinn and humans, reminding them that regardless of their nature, they both receive blessings from the same Lord and will face judgment for their ingratitude.
Revelation Context
Surah Ar-Rahman is a Medinan surah that enumerates Allah's blessings throughout creation. This particular ayah appears in the latter section (verses 46-78) where the refrain is repeated 31 times, creating a rhythmic emphasis on the recurring theme of blessing denial. The surah was revealed to reinforce monotheism and gratitude among both believers and disbelievers.
Related Hadiths
While no hadith directly addresses this specific verse, Surah Ar-Rahman is mentioned in Tirmidhi where the Prophet (ﷺ) is reported to have said it is the 'bride of the Quran.' Additionally, hadiths emphasizing gratitude for blessings (such as those in Sahih Bukhari regarding shukr) relate thematically to the core message of acknowledging divine favors.
Themes
Key Lesson
Believers should cultivate constant awareness and gratitude for Allah's innumerable blessings in daily life, recognizing that denying or taking for granted these favors is a grave spiritual error. This ayah invites us to pause and reflect on how we acknowledge and appreciate the signs of divine mercy surrounding us.